CSA Travel Protection Identifies Top ID Theft Risks During Travel

SAN DIEGO, CA--(Marketwired - Aug 16, 2016) - CSA Travel Protection, dedicated for 25 years to providing travel insurance and emergency assistance services, announced today that 1) stolen wallets or passports, 2) credit or debit card theft and 3) fraud are the top identity theft risks reported by its customers this past year.

"Travelers should be especially aware of Identity Theft because they're usually carrying documents such as IDs and credit cards while traveling in unfamiliar places," said Bob Chambers, vice president of operations at CSA Travel Protection. "The Identify Theft Resolution services we offer are very robust. They come with most of our plans and include ID theft protection for 180 days after departure date."

ID Theft Resolution Service

CSA Travel Protection offers the ID Theft Resolution Service, which is automatically included with most of its products for a full 180 days starting on the traveler's scheduled departure date. Customers have access to this service on vacation, and after their trip, in case they don't notice the theft until they arrive home.

The ID Theft Resolution Service includes notifying creditors about the fraud and possibly requesting to cancel affected cards and issue new ones, reporting the fraudulent activity to local authorities and forwarding a report to creditors. CSA Travel Protection's 24-Hour Emergency Assistance provider, Generali Global Assistance will assist in notifying banks or other agencies if identification such as an ATM card, passport or driver's license is stolen. It also includes credit monitoring for one year when a traveler has been a victim of identity theft.

The company will provide travelers with a helpful ID Theft Resolution Kit and education about how ID theft happens and tips on protective measures for the future.

Summer Travel Habits and ID Theft Prevention Tips

It's important to know how to prevent identity theft before departing on a vacation. More than half (61 percent) of Americans are going on a trip this summer according to a recent survey about summer travel habits, released by Generali Global Assistance. Survey results also show that Americans like to stay connected during their vacations either for work or social networking.

Generali Global Assistance provides a comprehensive list of Identity Theft protection tips for everything from cyber/online to social media and general travel.

"It's important to shred boarding passes and key cards and other personally identifiable information while on vacation," said Paige Schaffer, president, identity and digital protection services at Generali Global Assistance. "Be cautious using free Wi-Fi hotspots because they might exist solely for the purpose of stealing personal data. Do not enter or access any of your personal information while on them. When traveling, the DSL connection in your hotel room is generally more secure."

About CSA Travel Protection

CSA Travel Protection, a Generali Global Assistance company, is dedicated to providing valuable travel insurance and emergency assistance services to protect travelers' vacation investments and provide the peace of mind one deserves while traveling. For 25 years CSA has developed a reputation for standing behind its customers and by offering products and services to meet their needs. Through award-winning customer service, extensive experience and industry-leading innovation, CSA is with its clients every step of the way, whenever and wherever they are needed.

Travel insurance plans are administered by Customized Services Administrators, Inc., CA Lic. No. 0821931, located in San Diego, CA and doing business as CSA Travel Protection and Insurance Services. Plans are available to residents of the U.S. but may not be available in all jurisdictions. Benefits and services are described on a general basis; certain conditions and exclusions apply.

Travel insurance plans are underwritten by: Generali U.S. Branch, New York, NY; NAIC # 11231. Generali US Branch operates under the following names: Generali Assicurazioni Generali S.P.A. (U.S. Branch) in California, Assicurazioni Generali - U.S. Branch in Colorado, Generali U.S. Branch DBA The General Insurance Company of Trieste & Venice in Oregon, and The General Insurance Company of Trieste and Venice - U.S. Branch in Virginia. Generali US Branch is admitted or licensed to do business in all states and the District of Columbia.